Mental Health Stigma
Mental Health problems will affect this many people during their lifetime: 1 in 2? 1 in 4? 1 in 5? Or 1 in 10?
1 in 4, 25%
Marijuana use reduces IQ points by 6 points, true or false?
False
Drinking alcohol can make you less stressed - true or false?
False
Medication is the best treatment and most recommended treatment for mental health
medication is helpful but research tests its effectiveness WITH therapy and counseling to increase its effectiveness
Most adults need this many hours of sleep a night
What is 8 hours?
What percentage of people with mental illness experience stigma or are discriminated against because of it: 5% 20% 50% or 90%
90%
Edibles are a safe way to use marijuana, right?
The answer is No. Edibles are popular, but you can’t be sure about the potency. They also take longer to digest and produce a high, so people might consume more and have a harmful reaction.
What is the principle of the first step in 12 step programs?
Powerlessness (or honesty)
What are two things that can promote positive mental health?
Exercise, mindfulness, positive friendships, talking about your problems, having an outlet for anger and frustration, getting enough sleep, eating healthy...??
What is a consequence of not getting enough sleep
What is lack of concentration, being impatient, not motivated, tiredness, exhaustion
Name a feeling that stigma causes people with mental health disorders to feel
Shame, not good enough, loneliness
Your state has okayed marijuana in certain forms. Does that mean it’s legal?
The answer is Um, maybe not. Even though some states are legalizing marijuana, it’s only under certain conditions — which can vary. And marijuana remains illegal at the federal level.
What three tasks/actions increase a persons likelihood of staying sober long-term?
1. Abstinence
2. Recovery Community
3. Not changing people (places, things)
4. Mental Health Stability (consistent medication)
True or false: all stress is bad.
False. Some stress can be motivating and is a natural reaction your body has to certain events. It can sometimes give us an "extra push". When stress becomes too much to handle, that might be an indication to start making some positive mental health changes
How many 8-ounce glasses of water should an 18 year old drink per day?
8
What country has the highest rate of mental health disorders in the world?
The U.S.
Out of every 10 people who use marijuana, how many will become addicted?
1
True or False: Marijuana increases likelihood of psychosis
True
Name one way to have positive mental health
The practice of focusing the mind to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state.
What is meditation
This percentage of people with mental health issues won't seek help due to stigma surrounding mental health: 5% 20% 60% or 90%
60%
Because marijuana is a natural herb it is safe to use
C’mon, you know natural doesn’t mean safe. (Think poison ivy!) Marijuana has short-term and long-term health risks — learn before you burn, eat, or use.
Using marijuana can lower the chance that you will:
Get off the couch
Positive thinkers have a stronger _____ system.
What is immune?
1. Self-Awareness
2. Self-Reflection
3. Self-Study
Practicing self-awareness can help you recognize patterns in your emotions, including situations that can trigger worsened symptoms. It can also help identify what activities or tasks are necessary for your well-being, soothe negative symptoms of a mental illness or stress, or simply bring pleasure or relaxation.